Eric Topham

Eric Topham is a prominent figure in the field of data science and artificial intelligence. He currently serves as a Member of the AI Council at BIMA (British Interactive Media Association).12 His LinkedIn profile username is eric-topham-79a59114.

Professional Experience

Eric Topham is the CEO and Co-Founder of OctaiPipe, a company focused on delivering trustworthy AI for IoT (Internet of Things).2 He has held this position since November 2016. Prior to this, he has had several notable roles:

• Chief Scientist at Get-Optimal.com (March 2021 - May 2022)
• Chief Scientist at ai.market (January 2021 - April 2022)
• Data Scientist at London Ambulance Service (March 2017 - August 2017)
• Consultant Statistician at Vascular Physiology Unit (UCL) (July 2016 - December 2016)
• Consultant Data Scientist at NHS England (October 2015 - April 2016)

Academic Background

Topham has a strong academic foundation. He completed his DPhil (PhD) in Zoology at the University of Oxford from October 2011 to October 2015.2 His doctoral research focused on new methods of quantifying functional ecological diversity and the mechanisms that maintain biodiversity.

Expertise and Contributions

Eric Topham is known for his expertise in:

1. Data science and statistical analysis
2. Machine learning and AI development
3. IoT and trustworthy AI solutions
4. Ecological diversity research

As the CEO of The Data Analysis Bureau (now OctaiPipe), Topham has been involved in developing cutting-edge machine learning solutions and delivering data-driven technology to help clients take advantage of new opportunities.1

Recognition

Topham has received several honors and awards throughout his career, including:

• Astra-Zeneca Young Innovator of the Year Award (2006)
• NERC Scholarship at Imperial College, London (2010)
• NERC Studentship at the University of Oxford (2011)

Eric Topham's diverse experience in academia, public sector, and private industry, combined with his role on the AI Council at BIMA, positions him as a significant contributor to the field of AI and data science in the UK.